Sonoma Raceway Set to Host Fourth Road Course Challenge of NASCAR Cup Series Season with Broadcast Shift to TNT Sports

Sonoma, California – The NASCAR Cup Series is gearing up for its penultimate road course event of the 2026 season, returning to the iconic Sonoma Raceway for the Toyota/Save Mart 350. This weekend’s race marks a significant shift in broadcast coverage, with TNT Sports taking the reins for the next five Cup Series events, offering simultaneous streaming on HBO Max. This transition follows the conclusion of Prime Video’s broadcast window for the season.

The 2026 season has already seen three road course encounters, highlighting the series’ continued emphasis on varied track types. Sonoma, known for its challenging 11-turn, 1.99-mile layout, promises another strategic battle between the sport’s top competitors.

Adding an intriguing narrative to this weekend’s event is the continued presence of Shane van Gisbergen. Despite a disappointing outcome in the previous race due to a mid-race incident, the Supercars champion enters Sonoma as a formidable favorite, holding the distinction of being the defending winner at this California road circuit. Van Gisbergen’s rapid ascent and adaptability to NASCAR machinery have made him a standout performer on road courses.

The recent Cup Series race saw a significant upset as part-time driver Corey Heim secured his maiden NASCAR Cup Series victory. Heim, a teammate to Tyler Reddick, outdueled Reddick in a thrilling finish, marking the 209th unique winner in Cup Series history. This victory came at a critical juncture for Reddick, whose championship aspirations took a hit when a tire failure shortly after the checkered flag further eroded his slim points lead. Reddick now holds an eight-point advantage over Denny Hamlin in the standings, underscoring the intense competition for the playoff berths and the championship title.

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Fans eager to follow the action at Sonoma Raceway will find a comprehensive schedule and broadcast information below. This weekend’s program includes practice and qualifying sessions for the Cup Series, alongside a distinct ARCA Menards Series West race on Friday.

Weekend Schedule and Broadcast Information for the Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway:

Friday, June 26:

• 4:00 PM EST: NASCAR O’Reilly Practice – CW App
• 5:05 PM EST: NASCAR O’Reilly Qualifying – CW App
• 6:30 PM EST: ARCA Menards Series West Race (47 laps) – FloRacing

Saturday, June 27:

• 2:00 PM EST: NASCAR Cup Series Practice – TRUETV
• 3:10 PM EST: NASCAR Cup Series Qualifying – TRUETV
• 5:30 PM EST: NASCAR O’Reilly Race (79 laps) – The CW Network
• 9:00 PM EST: ARCA Menards Series Race at Elko (250 laps) – FOX SPORTS 2

Sunday, June 28:

• 2:30 PM EST: NASCAR Cup Series Pre-Race Show – Prime Video
• 3:50 PM EST: Green Flag for NASCAR Cup Series Race (110 laps) – TNT / HBO Max

Toyota/Save Mart 350 Entry List:

The field for the Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway features 36 entries, with no open spots, indicating a full complement of chartered teams. Notably, Brent Crews will remain on standby for Christopher Bell, who is currently recovering from a fractured left wrist. Bell’s continued absence underscores the physical demands of the Cup Series and the importance of driver health.

The full entry list, as of the latest available information, comprises:

• Car No. 1: Trackhouse Racing Chevrolet – Ross Chastain
• Car No. 2: Team Penske Ford – Austin Cindric
• Car No. 3: Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet – Austin Dillon
• Car No. 4: Stewart-Haas Racing Ford – Josh Berry
• Car No. 5: Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet – Kyle Larson
• Car No. 6: RFK Racing Ford – Brad Keselowski
• Car No. 7: Spire Motorsports Chevrolet – Corey LaJoie
• Car No. 8: Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet – Kyle Busch
• Car No. 9: Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet – Chase Elliott
• Car No. 10: Stewart-Haas Racing Ford – Noah Gragson
• Car No. 11: Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota – Denny Hamlin
• Car No. 12: Team Penske Ford – Ryan Blaney
• Car No. 14: Stewart-Haas Racing Ford – Chase Briscoe
• Car No. 15: Rick Ware Racing Ford – Cody Ware
• Car No. 16: Kaulig Racing Chevrolet – AJ Allmendinger
• Car No. 17: RFK Racing Ford – Chris Buescher
• Car No. 19: Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota – Martin Truex Jr.
• Car No. 20: Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota – Christopher Bell (Standby: Brent Crews)
• Car No. 21: Wood Brothers Racing Ford – Harrison Burton
• Car No. 22: Team Penske Ford – Joey Logano
• Car No. 23: 23XI Racing Toyota – Bubba Wallace
• Car No. 24: Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet – William Byron
• Car No. 25: Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet – Greg Biffle (Road Course Specialist)
• Car No. 31: 23XI Racing Toyota – Tyler Reddick
• Car No. 33: Team Penske Ford – Austin Dillon (Part-time, Sonoma specialist)
• Car No. 34: Front Row Motorsports Ford – Michael McDowell
• Car No. 38: Front Row Motorsports Ford – Todd Gilliland
• Car No. 41: Stewart-Haas Racing Ford – Ryan Preece
• Car No. 42: Legacy Motor Club Chevrolet – John Hunter Nemechek
• Car No. 43: Legacy Motor Club Chevrolet – Erik Jones
• Car No. 45: 23XI Racing Toyota – Shane van Gisbergen
• Car No. 47: JTG Daugherty Racing Chevrolet – Ricky Stenhouse Jr.
• Car No. 48: Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet – Alex Bowman
• Car No. 51: Rick Ware Racing Chevrolet – Justin Haley
• Car No. 71: Spire Motorsports Chevrolet – Shane van Gisbergen (Additional entry)
• Car No. 77: Spire Motorsports Chevrolet – Carson Hocevar
• Car No. 99: Trackhouse Racing Chevrolet – Daniel Suarez

The inclusion of drivers with significant road racing pedigrees, such as AJ Allmendinger and Shane van Gisbergen, alongside established Cup Series contenders, sets the stage for a highly competitive and strategic race on the challenging Sonoma circuit. The shift in broadcast partners to TNT Sports and HBO Max also introduces a new viewing experience for fans, promising comprehensive coverage of this pivotal road course event. The ongoing battle for championship points, amplified by last week’s unexpected winner and a tightening points race, adds further intrigue to the Toyota/Save Mart 350.

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